Best Fun Restaurants in Stanley

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1. Bayberry Hollow

4.8

Exceptional(133)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• English • Stanley

Booked 26 times today

Bayberry Hollow’s journey began in 2011 whilst strolling through the picturesque village of Tanfield. We fell in love with, what was, the village pub; The Pack Horse. Here at Bayberry Hollow our ethos is simple... Great tasting home made dishes in a relaxed dining environment with welcoming service.Our food menu is not huge, but there will be something on there that everyone will love. Please note serving times for food:Breakfast: Sunday-Friday 10am-11:30am & Saturday 9am-11amLunch Sunday- Friday 12pm- 3:30pm & Saturday 11:30am-4pmWe still serve our Coffee, Scone & Cake menu but on a walk in basis only. No reservations for this, you will be charged for this.All of our team are from the local surrounding area and we all pride ourselves in making each of our customers welcome and appreciated. Our newly refurbished bistro provides the perfect destination for you to relax with friends and family, we are looking forward to welcoming you in store soon!

2. The Woodmans Arms

4.4

Awesome(3364)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 24 times today

The Woodmans Arms is a beautiful ‘country feel’ pub and dining room situated within the village of Whickham, at the top of the hill, hidden amongst rows of spectacular trees. We are more than just a venue, we are a destination worth travelling to serving classic comforting food made with love, served in cosy surroundings overlooking the most amazing views of the North East.We are the proud winner of the Newcastle Chronicle’s Eddy Eats’ pub of the year for character, quality, service and value. UK top 3 in the Seafish National Fish and Chip awards 2019 and Diners’ choice award for best ambience. Best British Pub Pie winner for 2020.We support our local farmers, and work closely with a number of local suppliers to ensure the very best fresh produce. All our food is cooked freshly to order so whether it be a bar snack, light bite, leisurely lunch, evening meal or Sunday Roast it is safe to say that you will in safe hands.

3. The Punch Bowl

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4.5

Awesome(9)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Stanley

At The Punch Bowl, we pride ourselves on being a fun and friendly pub with fantastic homemade food from our excellent chef and run by a great team. We offer fresh and clean rooms at our B&B for those looking to stay with us. Our pub is also dog-friendly, so bring your furry friends! Come visit us and experience the warmth of our hospitality.

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4. Blue Bell, Kiphill

4.6

Exceptional(30)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Turkish • Stanley

Booked 1 time today

You’ve reached the home of deliciously authentic and fabulously fresh Turkish and British dining in Stanley, co. Durham.The Blue Bell has been a hub in the community for many years.The main restaurant is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and special occasions, serving speciality dishes from Turkey and some traditional British meals, including traditional Sunday lunch.We offer an ice cream parlour featuring a variety of delectable flavours, creamy milkshakes, a vibrant play area and a relaxing beer garden.We have a disabled entrance to the rear of the property with a ramp to the entrance straight from our large car park.

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5. Bridle Path Whickham

4.4

Awesome(7)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• British • Whickham

Welcome to the Bridle Path in Wickham.After a huge investment we are now re-open! Why don't you come inside and see our beautifully re-furbished pub? We offer an extensive range of great-quality pub grub, along with amazing food and drink offers for you to enjoy. We can't wait for you to join us in Newcastle Upon Tyne.

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6. The French Quarter

4.8

Exceptional(2550)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 28 times today

The French Quarter is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant & wine Bar in a community of unique and quirky businesses in Newcastle city Centre. We are a friendly and approachable team of people, with a passion for the good things in life. Born from nostalgia for a traditional style of commerce and a desire to challenge perceptions that French dining is formal or fussy, we work with independent suppliers to offer a regularly changing wine list & tapas style menu. We have created a casual and sociable environment where customers are invited to experience our food, try our wines, shop from our deli and share our love of all things French!

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7. Blackfriars Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6453)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 27 times today

Blackfriars is located in a 13th century medieval friary where it once served as the refectory for the Dominican friars, making it one of the oldest purpose-built dining rooms in the UK.The restaurant serves a classic, gutsy British menu sourcing seasonal produce from local farms and markets accompanied by a large award-winning wine list. It also has an adjoining 50-seat Banquet Hall for private parties and weddings and above the restaurant is a Cookery School and Wine/Beer/Whisky Tasting Room. See their website for a full list of what’s on.Blackfriars has won a host of awards including The Taste of the North East winner in the North East Tourism Awards, Best Sunday Lunch in Newcastle by readers of the Independent, Best restaurant in the North East/Newcastle’ by readers of The Observer and Metro Newspaper. It has an AA rosette, inclusion in the Which? Good Food Guide, Hardens and Michelin Guides.

8. Hibou Blanc

4.6

Exceptional(1356)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 9 times today

This magical Edwardian building has been transformed to a beautiful bar, restaurant and private room where we hope to deliver to our customers an experience you won’t find anywhere else in Newcastle. Join us to dine in our elegant brasserie which aims to serve classic dishes, including a generous Sunday lunch, using the very best ingredients with plenty of flavor but no fuss or in the bar for some light bites and fantastic drinks curated by a team of some of Newcastle best mixologists.Above all we want you to relax, enjoy the music and feel at home here at Hibou Blanc.Please note our bar operates on a walk-in only basis, and you can book our main restaurant to enjoy both our lunch and our a la carte menu. When joining for Afternoon Tea please state this in your booking notes.

9. The Broad Chare

4.8

Exceptional(3239)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• British • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 19 times today

We’re big on warmth, low on fussiness: stripped wood floors, high bar stools, painted brickwork and comfy leather banquettes. Sup your pint beside our polished-oak bar or tuck yourself away in the Snug behind the frosted glass partition. You can hear yourself talk, concentrate on the crossword or nod off quietly in the corner.To help keep everyone safe, our teams will continue to wear face masks and we'd love you to do the same when nentering and moving around the pub and dining room.Thank you for your continued support and understanding and we look forward to seeing you.

10. Kiln

4.7

Exceptional(1125)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Newcastle upon Tyne

Booked 17 times today

Kiln is a blast! The atmosphere is buzzing and laid-back, perfect for any occasion. The Mediterranean & Middle Eastern inspired tapas style menu is creative and delicious. Reviewers rave about the friendly staff, great service and the 'truly warm and inviting' ambiance. Plus, it's dog-friendly! Can't wait to revisit!

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Angela
Durham/County Durham •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lovely food and lovely place, first time we have been and booked a table for breakfast which pleased we did as there was a lot of people turning up. Overall food was beautiful and carrot cake gorgeous.
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Bayberry HollowPrice: Moderate• English• Stanley
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4.8
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Patricia
Durham/County Durham •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I was there on Sunday for lunch with family had the Sunday roast and it was lovely and filling will definitely recommend
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The Punch BowlPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• Stanley
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4.5
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Alan
Yorkshire •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Very tasty but would have liked a bit more meat .
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The Woodmans ArmsPrice: Moderate• British• Newcastle upon Tyne
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4.4
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Colin
Durham/County Durham •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 27, 2025
Food and service was fantastic, would definitely go back
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Blue Bell, KiphillPrice: Expensive• Turkish• Stanley
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4.6
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Max
Newcastle and Northumberland •1 review
5.0
Dined on Aug 19, 2024
Lovely food and great service. Spot on, thank you!
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Bridle Path WhickhamPrice: Moderate• British• Whickham
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4.4

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